History man Edwin Grieve and dedicated fundraiser Robert Green have both been honoured by Morpeth Rotarians in recognition of their contribution to community life.

History man Edwin Grieve and dedicated fundraiser Robert Green have both been honoured by Morpeth Rotarians in recognition of their contribution to community life.

They have each received the prestigious Paul Harris award after fellow Rotarians decided to recognise their selfless service to their fellow citizens.

Mr Grieve, former headteacher of a Tyneside school, gave talks and lectures across the North East and made a series of history videos under the umbrella title of Edwin's Kingdom, until five years ago when he had a stroke.

More than 100,000 of his videos have been sold and helped to boost tourism in the region over many years.

Mr Green, a retired optician, set up his business in Morpeth.

Over the past 44 years he has been closely involved in Rotary fund raising and providing practical support for other local groups.